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Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

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Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

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Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

03:33

12.6km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 22, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Südschwarzwald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.96 km

Rümminger Moos

Nature Reserve

6.36 km

Rötteln Castle

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Impressive building in front of the Swiss border.

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6.47 km

Exposed Tree Roots at the Picnic Area

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Great for children: this tree has exposed its roots and is perfect for climbing. Right next to it is a small picnic and barbecue area with a great view of the castle 🏰

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6.70 km

View of Lörrach from Rötteln Castle

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Rötteln Castle is a great attraction for young and old.

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6.93 km

The Lower Gate

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6.96 km

Rötteln Castle

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The Ruins Rötteln is one of the most impressive castles in southern Baden. Today, many original walls, watchtowers and even residential buildings still remain. If you wander through the vaults, …

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7.09 km

Westweg Portal at Rötteln Castle

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The 12th and last portal of the Westweg.

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9.32 km

View of Lörrach

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Once you've made it up, the view is awesome! :-)

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9.81 km

View of Lörrach and the Bernese Oberland

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Great all-round view over the border triangle...

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12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.04 km

2.68 km

2.26 km

1.66 km

Surfaces

4.59 km

2.44 km

2.17 km

2.03 km

861 m

541 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Wednesday 29 July

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Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

Rötteln Castle

Exposed Tree Roots at the Picnic Area

View of Lörrach from Rötteln Castle

The Lower Gate

Rötteln Castle

Westweg Portal at Rötteln Castle

View of Lörrach

View of Lörrach and the Bernese Oberland

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